Noodleblast
Gorillaz Messageboard, December 2004
Noodle: I am now ready to take questions.
RockItStone: My dear Noodle, could you please answer the fallowing questions? Okey great. What is your favorite Anime and Manga series?
Noodle: I am a fan of the film Akira.
RockItStone: What animal would you love to have?
Noodle: Well I already work with three baboons. The world is full of beautiful animals that live in their proper enviroments. I can see them anytime.
RockItStone: What is your FAVORITE song?(can be by any artist)
Noodle: I dream of sheep by Kate Bush.
RockItStone: Where is your dream vacation?(I'd beg to go to Tokyo)
Noodle: I would love to go to the Ice hotel in Lapland for Xmas.
RockItStone: Who is your favorite actor, actress, writer, celeb but they're all the same as celeb?
Noodle: No. Actor and Writer is not the same as celeb. There is a theory that suggests that you can change the form of something by observing it. A good artist should not necessarily be the subject of his art. But I do like the book ‘Paddington goes to Peru’.
thefluffyshrimp: What are the Gorillaz planning on doing for Christmas?
Noodle: Murdoc has told me he would love to pull a couple of crackers for christmas. Russel will stay in his room. I am not sure what I will be doing.
thefluffyshrimp: Are any of you decorating Kong Studios?
Noodle: It looks like someone has already decorated it for us. Someone has sprayed some very unkind messages threatening Murdoc.
thefluffyshrimp: Does Murdoc even celebrate Christmas what with he being a Satanic and all, or can he not pass up the chance for free gifts (not as if he'd receive any from Santa anyway)?
Noodle: He says he celebrates the original pagan festival. Appreciating the winter solstice, but he does certainly enjoy opening presents.
thefluffyshrimp: How was your last Christmas with the boys?
Noodle: I was away last Christmas on my own in Japan. I decorated my capsule hotel with tinsel.
thefluffyshrimp: How did you like it and what gifts did you get? Do you have any plans for gifts for your friends this year?
Noodle: I will get Murdoc a hat with two straws for drinking his beer out of. For the Scarecrow 2D I will try and get him a brain and for the cowardly Lion Russel, I will try and find him a new soul. The one he has now is giving him trouble.
thefluffyshrimp: Will the Gorillaz speak on the forums about their Christmas antics (I must admit I would like to see this very much as it seems extremely entertaining)?
Noodle: Yes we will be communicating far more often now that we are all back together.
thefluffyshrimp: Do you think Murdoc will be visited by 3 spirits this year?
Noodle. I am sure that Murdoc will be visited by many spirits this year. As well as the alcohol he is expecting a showing from the Ghost of His Own Damaged Conscience.
thefluffyshrimp: Hail Santa and Merry Christmas, Noodle!
stepha: Are you guys comming to Australia any time to perform? Cause that would be sick
Noodle: I would very much like to perform at the Big Day Out Festival
thefluffyshrimp: I'm sorry, I forgot to ask a few important things regarding the contest.
thefluffyshrimp: 1) Is the award for the Gorillaz collaborator position guaranteed? And if so, depending on the work, will it be treated as a "real job" (as in a paid position, like a real collaborator)? Or is it similar to an internship? Is the job most likely temporary? Like an internship, is there potential that it could evolve into a "real job" depending on the work done?
Noodle: Nothing in this life is truly guaranteed. However we give you our word that we will try our hardest to find the appropriate position for the talent submitted. The payment you receive will be you understand appreciation. Much like the talent itself, it is entirely up to you.
thefluffyshrimp: 2) Will the winner be sent to the Gorillaz studio in London to work "on-scene" on projects, or will the winner work primarily from their location and send work to the studio, similar to the process of working with other overseas studios (like in Korea)? If the winner does get the chance to work "on-scene," will this be subject to change if the winner does in fact live overseas, or will they also be flown in to the studio? If the prize does involve working "on-scene" in London, will the winner have temporary housing provided for them?
Noodle: Again, it will depend on the winning entry and the nature of the talent displayed. And I know very little about the workings of Korea.
thefluffyshrimp: Thank you Noodle! I am sorry for the complicated questions!
RockItStone: HEY Noodle, hows it. I just 1dering, in your band who's a Demicrat and who's a Republicin?(I wanted John Kerry to win )
Noodle: I see the nature of government to be two sides of the same coin. There is a very ancient saying “It does not matter who you vote for, the government always get in”
RockItStone: I talk to you too much and you like never send me a messege but thats ok(please respond)
Noodle: Be strong Indi. It is only a cup.
LifeOfNooDle: Hey Noodle, what's it like living with 3 smelly men?
Noodle: I am able to work around it. It is about boundaries. I do not allow any of them or their smell into my room
LifeOfNooDle: have you picked up a nice boy with a pair of chopsticks yet?
Noodle: That is very funny. Murdoc says that he can pick up boys with chopsticks but he has used his dictaphone. I do not understand this.
Icis7777: Does 2-D have a girlfriend? I'm just wondering.
Noodle: 2D has had many girlfriends recently. Many of them were other people’s girlfriends. He has been a naughty more during his time off.
eXeter: I want to be a part of Gorillaz:) What do yo want to see? What must I do?
Noodle: You must start a band called Godzillaz. You must practice hard. You must become brilliant. The best! Then when you’re ready we must fight. Gorillaz vs Godzillaz. If you defeat Gorillaz you will be free. Free of all desire and you will be happy.
Knadz: Hey Noodle! I was wondering about the secret of your English returning, what's the science?
Noodle: I do now know English, but I haven't just learnt it. I discovered I already knew it when I was in Japan.
2-J: Hey Noodle, how did the boys react when you told them you'd written the whole album? With them being involved with the writing last time, that must have been pretty major!
Noodle: They reacted typically. Murdoc still thinks he wrote it. 2D assumed some 'song elves' delivered it to the studio. Russel was silent. Music scares him now, since his ....experience....
JaymeKilla: noodle, do you think that you will be embarking on a U.S. tour this time around? thanks, Jayme
Noodle: Anything is possible. We are training screens to walk on stilts.
just some chick: what about your new pet, noodle? that monkey/dog with the hat? a stow-away from when you went back to japan?
Noodle: He's not a pet, he's always been arround. He wrote the new album with me. HIS NAME ...... IS ....... MIKE. He enjoys a good smoke.
Jessica(forgot the rest): noodle it is an honour to have you grace the MB once again. but i must ask you guys. its been rumord for awile now that gorillaz have a movie in the works. when can we expect that coming?
Noodle: All movie answers are coming soon. We are just working on a trailer at the moment featuring Ben Stiller as Russel.
Two_Dee: Hey Noodle, why did you change your looks?
Noodle: I'm older???
Alina: Hiieeah Noodle! Fisrt of all wanted to thank Gorillaz for they wonderfull music and all!!! keep working!!! We all can`t wait to hear new album! :3 And thing that wonders me... The SearchForAStar... Is it a VIDEO contest or... or i don`t understand something?... I owe you guys everything i have now!! LOVE YA!!! 3333
Noodle: It's your contest the nature of it is decided by you. The winner will be the most entertaining.
PurpleMoon: Is "Rock It" the new single? And will it be released on March 7th with the album following March 21st? What is the name of the album?
Noodle: Rockit [sic] is a video I filmed myself around the first demo I had. It's a freebie, nothing else.
martin88: what is your birthday anyway?
Noodle: It's the day I was born. I celebrate it every year.
Jessica(forgot the rest): what happend to russel?... did del invite too many friends into his head?
Noodle: Del's no longer with us. I think when he left he took a little piece of Russel with him. After the exorcism Russel spent a year in Ike Turner's basement.
2-J: Noodle can I ask if the police ever caught the naked man who was running around Kong Studios, that instigated the police investigation. Was it Dr. Wu rzel as has been rumoured? What brought the investigation to a close?
Noodle: The naked man caught running roung Kong was terry Jones. Late for a Blur gig.
Salocin14: Noodle, what was it like walking back into Kong Studios with the group after being vacated from it for such a long time?
Noodle: Harrowing. The trecherous stench of rotting corpses filled the corridors. it took three months and a thousand cans of Mr.Muscle to clean it up.
Elmer: are you really working with dangermouse? what's he like? did you have to hide him from emi? is he a fugitive from the law?
Noodle: Yes, he's 7 foot tall and eats cheese, wears an eye patch and fuzzed up affro. He's a real nice mouse. His ancestor used to live at Kong Studios, Sir Brian of Mouse. There may be a picture of him in Das Bunker, somewhere.....
Rickenbacker: happy birthday! so... why are so many things closed on kong studios? eh noodle? ^^
Noodle: We've only just moved back in. we're opening up doors slowly. I'm sure over the next year all will be revealed.
Alina: 1) Thanks for answering! ;3 2) SO, that means, entries could be anything from artworks to music, right!?
Noodle: And beyond!. The world is your oyster don't be a clam!
Faulk: If I want to be in Prtnership with you... what should I do ??.....and to what countries will you go during your concert tour ? CZECH REPUBLIC
Noodle: Search your soul. Do what you must to find the hero inside yourself.
Gwane: Are you annoyed at the polar bears todger always popping out of his thong? Does he get in the way when you are trying to record stuff, or do you stick him in the kitchen to make liver sandwiches and cups of bovril for everyone so he is out the way? Thats what i'm talking about
Noodle: The Polar Bear was here when we returned. He tells us he's waiting for a cab to take him to Poppers nightclub. But he's been here for ages. He should put some clothes on.
Murdoc: Hey Noodle when you've finished talking to your pen pals could you go and pay the pizza guy. he's been standing outside for nearly 2 hours. He should have 6 margaretas for Russel, one vegetarian for 2D and an extra large thin crust shirka de responsibilitana for me and a few spicy mexicans for my mates. Oh by the way I outa cash.
Jur: hey Noodle! A very simple question, I presume: WHO is Dr. Wur zel?
Noodle: No-one knows. The Evil Organ Grinder
Knadz: Noodle, when do you think that 2D, Muds, and Rus will be able to make it on the MB?
Murdoc: Hey fun face, I'm already here. Could you go and pay the pizza guy?
Noodle: Er..Look around you.
Murdoc: Who's half eaten wagon wheel is this in the fridge and can I drink this can of all natural mango spring nectar. I've got a really dry mouth.
Salocin14: I will pay. *Hands him 20 quid.* Tell him to keep the change and go away.:D
Noodle: Murdoc says it's going to cost you more than that.
2-J: Noodle, sorry to harp on about this but it's been a matter of debate in the fan community for some time, you said Terry Jones was the naked man spotted running through the marshes, but Dr Wu rzel is the evil organ grinder? So Dr Wur zel just happened to be in Kong Studios coincidentally naked at the same time? What are we to infer from this? Perhaps Terry and the doctor had planned a secret naturist convention on your property!!?
Noodle: Apparently according to Murdoc Dr.?????? was grinding Terry Jones's Organ that night. That is why he ran off.
Smiley: Hey Noodle.. do you still have a crush on Graham Coxon? :D
Noodle: Yes I like the way his glasses steam up when I smile at him. Just like Eric Morcambe.
Crazyskull: Is there a possibility of you guys coming out with an art book like the one that came with the DVD? Maybe with sketches and concept stuff?
Noodle: We will be coming out with loads of stuff. The next year is going to be, how d'you say, Gorillaz Heavy. Hold you horse. Or as Russel says 'Reel yo neck in.' All in good time. Schhhhttoppp! Cool your boots. Hang on. WHOA!!!!Hang ten, daddio. Easy there.
Shakshuka_Master: Noodle ignored all my questions...:’(
Noodle: What were your questions?
Murdoc: Noodle have you paid that sodding pizza guy yet I'm starving.........I'm Hank Marvin.
Yotam: Can you explain to me what happened in Kong Studios, in your prespective?
Noodle: Some people have broken in. Some of them have been deceased for a long time. It is a terrible state.
Yotam: How can I get a hat like you wear in the Clint Eastwood vid or a hairrcut like you had on the G-Sides booklet (drinking banana milk, if I remeber correctly)?
Noodle: I found it in a skip and then decorated it. I am not sure if there are any more in there. The skip was outside a pub in Islington, in London.
Yotam: Can even an Israeli low-life like me can win the Search for a Star comp and join Gorillaz on a global quest for acknowledgement and glamour?
Noodle: Talent and soul is universal. Glamour is an illusion.
Yotam: What does "reject false icons" mean anyway? Should I take this as it is, or does this phrase have another meaning?
Noodle: It means many things. Think for yourself is one of them.
PurpleMoon: What have been the inspirations for the new album? And will the new album differ in music style from the first Gorillaz album?
Noodle: I would say that the new album is a reflection and manisfestation of the atmosphere around us. Consequently it is considerable darker and more viscous that the original Gorillaz album.
Guest: Dear Noodle This is the first time I actually get to write to you, so I hope this goes well... I have a few questions I wanted to ask you: Why did you go back to Japan? Where's the other members of the band?
Noodle: I needed to return to Japan in order to find the past I could not remember. I did achieve my mission. The other members went off on their own personal journies. But they are all back at Kong Studios now.
Guest: What's the mystery of the locked door in the Hell Hole?
Noodle: I do not know. It is a mystery.
Guest: Why is the New Winnebago locked? (BTW, it looks rather posh! ^^)
Noodle: I asked Murdoc. He repeated his mantra ‘When the ‘bago’s rocking, don’t come knocking.’
Guest: When is the movie going to be released?
Noodle: When it has completed it’s time.
Zombie Hip h0p X: What Was Up With That Space Monkeys Album? Noodle, I'm a real big hardcore Gorillaz fan...but damn what was up with that Space Monkeys Album? In my personal opinion it wasn't up there with you guys. There are a couple of good songs, but...damn. I was let down
Noodle: The original Gorillaz album was stolen by these agitated monkeys and they re-mixed it how they saw fit and then threw it back at us. Very Uncooth. However I think the did a superlative job. But if you give a monkey a keyboard and an unlimited amount of time……….
Jur: Hey Noodle! When you learn the tuth of your past, did you find your real name? If yes, what is your real name?
Noodle: All name’s are imaginery. Noodle is now my name. I do not polish tracks as I find you can wipe away the soul.
Jur: HEy Noodle Is that article on wutangcorp.com true? Are you gonna collaborate with Common, 9th Wonder, Wu-Tang Clan, Flava Flav, Spike Lee and Jay Dilla?
Noodle: I have not heard of this. It may be true in the future.
Jur: Noodle, thanks for answering! Is "Mr Softy's Balloon Race" a polished Gorillaz track, or is it not finished? Is there a chance Gorillaz will perform in Amsterdam? I think 2D would be satisfied with the drug laws here
Noodle: There is every possiblity.
just some chick: Hajimemashite, Noodle! I have a few questions about the S4AS contest. Are we allowed to enter something that's a collaboration with another person? If we win, will both of us be picked?
Noodle: How you collaborate is entirely up to you. It is the end construction I am interested in, not how you got there.
just some chick: Are we allowed to enter more than just one week?
Noodle: You can enter as many times as you like.
just some chick: On the details page for the contest, is says that submissions can be ticked online or mailed ... what do you mean by "ticked online"? I live in the USA, and mailing it to you would take a bit of time.
Noodle: It is only the disclaimer that must be ticked online, otherwise we are not allow to show submissions.
Pale: If the website was a movie it would be rated PG...Murdoc has already said he likes Kenneth Anger films..Which gives some possible clues to both his film preferences (and secret sexual preferences perhaps)...How much darkness or depravity can we expect?
Noodle: We will show what is relevant. We would never intend to shock or make grotesque for it’s own sake.
monita_irma: Will you change an integrant of the band for a new one? Will you change an integrant of the band for a new one?
Noodle: No one in the band will change.
Mrs_Niccals: Noodle- In the "Rock It" video, what exactly are you mouthing at the end? We're all dying to know.
Noodle: It changes with each viewing. Today it is the word ‘colourful’.
racket man: 1.my characters are still mine, right? even if the art really isn't anymore
Noodle: Correct.
racket man: 2.we can't use art or music of/by anybody else, but what about gorillaz music?
Noodle: I do not understand why you would submit gorillaz music ,but if that is to display another talent then it is fine.
racket man: 3.multiple collaborators, can they all win under one prize? i'm heading an animation and it's my idea and i'll be doing most of the work, but i'm getting help on backgrounds and zombie design. would we all get to collaborate with the gorillaz? or just me, it'd be ok if it was just me, they're going to make their own submissions as well.
Noodle: This is entirely up to you.
Bleh111: Answering Questions Will u be answering these question in normal time or "gorillaz band" time? Gorillaz band time = Answers in 6-8 months. or never
Noodle: Er.. Real Time. And will you be submitting more questions in straight or cryptic sarcasm form.
Salocin14: What is the tracklisting of 'Reject False Icons'?
Noodle: Reject False Icons is not the name of the new album. It is a meditation.
RockItStone: are you like super heroes? I just wondering, what the hell is up with the live preformances? I mean you guys are always behind those screens and I just really want to know what you look like cause Noodle, if your the person I think you are, damn girl. you fine
Noodle: What you see is what you get. We appear in whatever form you see us. It is different for each person.
wayko:You mean that they are not real All this time i thought Gorillaz was this group of 4 talented people and 1 ghost rocking the jams. Are they pulling a Millie Vanillie
Noodle: It is more likely that Gorillaz would be pulling more of a Milo Manara than a Millie Vanillie
K!NKYBOOTZ: Is Murdoc still single? Because if he is...can I have him?
Noodle: would [sic] exactly describe Murdoc as single. He likes the female company very much. However, the learn very fast and don’t seem to stay with him more than one night. I would stay away from him if I was you.
Murdoc: Hell's bells! WOULD YOU PAY THIS SODDING PIZZA BLOKE. IT'S GONNA BE COLD!
Noodle: I'm going to have to end this Noodle Blast. Murdoc is being intoreable. I think I'm going to go back to the Studio and work on the mix with Dangermouse. It has been lovely to speak with you all again. We will speak agin [sic] soon!
RockItStone: My dear Noodle, could you please answer the fallowing questions? Okey great. What is your favorite Anime and Manga series?
Noodle: I am a fan of the film Akira.
RockItStone: What animal would you love to have?
Noodle: Well I already work with three baboons. The world is full of beautiful animals that live in their proper enviroments. I can see them anytime.
RockItStone: What is your FAVORITE song?(can be by any artist)
Noodle: I dream of sheep by Kate Bush.
RockItStone: Where is your dream vacation?(I'd beg to go to Tokyo)
Noodle: I would love to go to the Ice hotel in Lapland for Xmas.
RockItStone: Who is your favorite actor, actress, writer, celeb but they're all the same as celeb?
Noodle: No. Actor and Writer is not the same as celeb. There is a theory that suggests that you can change the form of something by observing it. A good artist should not necessarily be the subject of his art. But I do like the book ‘Paddington goes to Peru’.
thefluffyshrimp: What are the Gorillaz planning on doing for Christmas?
Noodle: Murdoc has told me he would love to pull a couple of crackers for christmas. Russel will stay in his room. I am not sure what I will be doing.
thefluffyshrimp: Are any of you decorating Kong Studios?
Noodle: It looks like someone has already decorated it for us. Someone has sprayed some very unkind messages threatening Murdoc.
thefluffyshrimp: Does Murdoc even celebrate Christmas what with he being a Satanic and all, or can he not pass up the chance for free gifts (not as if he'd receive any from Santa anyway)?
Noodle: He says he celebrates the original pagan festival. Appreciating the winter solstice, but he does certainly enjoy opening presents.
thefluffyshrimp: How was your last Christmas with the boys?
Noodle: I was away last Christmas on my own in Japan. I decorated my capsule hotel with tinsel.
thefluffyshrimp: How did you like it and what gifts did you get? Do you have any plans for gifts for your friends this year?
Noodle: I will get Murdoc a hat with two straws for drinking his beer out of. For the Scarecrow 2D I will try and get him a brain and for the cowardly Lion Russel, I will try and find him a new soul. The one he has now is giving him trouble.
thefluffyshrimp: Will the Gorillaz speak on the forums about their Christmas antics (I must admit I would like to see this very much as it seems extremely entertaining)?
Noodle: Yes we will be communicating far more often now that we are all back together.
thefluffyshrimp: Do you think Murdoc will be visited by 3 spirits this year?
Noodle. I am sure that Murdoc will be visited by many spirits this year. As well as the alcohol he is expecting a showing from the Ghost of His Own Damaged Conscience.
thefluffyshrimp: Hail Santa and Merry Christmas, Noodle!
stepha: Are you guys comming to Australia any time to perform? Cause that would be sick
Noodle: I would very much like to perform at the Big Day Out Festival
thefluffyshrimp: I'm sorry, I forgot to ask a few important things regarding the contest.
thefluffyshrimp: 1) Is the award for the Gorillaz collaborator position guaranteed? And if so, depending on the work, will it be treated as a "real job" (as in a paid position, like a real collaborator)? Or is it similar to an internship? Is the job most likely temporary? Like an internship, is there potential that it could evolve into a "real job" depending on the work done?
Noodle: Nothing in this life is truly guaranteed. However we give you our word that we will try our hardest to find the appropriate position for the talent submitted. The payment you receive will be you understand appreciation. Much like the talent itself, it is entirely up to you.
thefluffyshrimp: 2) Will the winner be sent to the Gorillaz studio in London to work "on-scene" on projects, or will the winner work primarily from their location and send work to the studio, similar to the process of working with other overseas studios (like in Korea)? If the winner does get the chance to work "on-scene," will this be subject to change if the winner does in fact live overseas, or will they also be flown in to the studio? If the prize does involve working "on-scene" in London, will the winner have temporary housing provided for them?
Noodle: Again, it will depend on the winning entry and the nature of the talent displayed. And I know very little about the workings of Korea.
thefluffyshrimp: Thank you Noodle! I am sorry for the complicated questions!
RockItStone: HEY Noodle, hows it. I just 1dering, in your band who's a Demicrat and who's a Republicin?(I wanted John Kerry to win )
Noodle: I see the nature of government to be two sides of the same coin. There is a very ancient saying “It does not matter who you vote for, the government always get in”
RockItStone: I talk to you too much and you like never send me a messege but thats ok(please respond)
Noodle: Be strong Indi. It is only a cup.
LifeOfNooDle: Hey Noodle, what's it like living with 3 smelly men?
Noodle: I am able to work around it. It is about boundaries. I do not allow any of them or their smell into my room
LifeOfNooDle: have you picked up a nice boy with a pair of chopsticks yet?
Noodle: That is very funny. Murdoc says that he can pick up boys with chopsticks but he has used his dictaphone. I do not understand this.
Icis7777: Does 2-D have a girlfriend? I'm just wondering.
Noodle: 2D has had many girlfriends recently. Many of them were other people’s girlfriends. He has been a naughty more during his time off.
eXeter: I want to be a part of Gorillaz:) What do yo want to see? What must I do?
Noodle: You must start a band called Godzillaz. You must practice hard. You must become brilliant. The best! Then when you’re ready we must fight. Gorillaz vs Godzillaz. If you defeat Gorillaz you will be free. Free of all desire and you will be happy.
Knadz: Hey Noodle! I was wondering about the secret of your English returning, what's the science?
Noodle: I do now know English, but I haven't just learnt it. I discovered I already knew it when I was in Japan.
2-J: Hey Noodle, how did the boys react when you told them you'd written the whole album? With them being involved with the writing last time, that must have been pretty major!
Noodle: They reacted typically. Murdoc still thinks he wrote it. 2D assumed some 'song elves' delivered it to the studio. Russel was silent. Music scares him now, since his ....experience....
JaymeKilla: noodle, do you think that you will be embarking on a U.S. tour this time around? thanks, Jayme
Noodle: Anything is possible. We are training screens to walk on stilts.
just some chick: what about your new pet, noodle? that monkey/dog with the hat? a stow-away from when you went back to japan?
Noodle: He's not a pet, he's always been arround. He wrote the new album with me. HIS NAME ...... IS ....... MIKE. He enjoys a good smoke.
Jessica(forgot the rest): noodle it is an honour to have you grace the MB once again. but i must ask you guys. its been rumord for awile now that gorillaz have a movie in the works. when can we expect that coming?
Noodle: All movie answers are coming soon. We are just working on a trailer at the moment featuring Ben Stiller as Russel.
Two_Dee: Hey Noodle, why did you change your looks?
Noodle: I'm older???
Alina: Hiieeah Noodle! Fisrt of all wanted to thank Gorillaz for they wonderfull music and all!!! keep working!!! We all can`t wait to hear new album! :3 And thing that wonders me... The SearchForAStar... Is it a VIDEO contest or... or i don`t understand something?... I owe you guys everything i have now!! LOVE YA!!! 3333
Noodle: It's your contest the nature of it is decided by you. The winner will be the most entertaining.
PurpleMoon: Is "Rock It" the new single? And will it be released on March 7th with the album following March 21st? What is the name of the album?
Noodle: Rockit [sic] is a video I filmed myself around the first demo I had. It's a freebie, nothing else.
martin88: what is your birthday anyway?
Noodle: It's the day I was born. I celebrate it every year.
Jessica(forgot the rest): what happend to russel?... did del invite too many friends into his head?
Noodle: Del's no longer with us. I think when he left he took a little piece of Russel with him. After the exorcism Russel spent a year in Ike Turner's basement.
2-J: Noodle can I ask if the police ever caught the naked man who was running around Kong Studios, that instigated the police investigation. Was it Dr. Wu rzel as has been rumoured? What brought the investigation to a close?
Noodle: The naked man caught running roung Kong was terry Jones. Late for a Blur gig.
Salocin14: Noodle, what was it like walking back into Kong Studios with the group after being vacated from it for such a long time?
Noodle: Harrowing. The trecherous stench of rotting corpses filled the corridors. it took three months and a thousand cans of Mr.Muscle to clean it up.
Elmer: are you really working with dangermouse? what's he like? did you have to hide him from emi? is he a fugitive from the law?
Noodle: Yes, he's 7 foot tall and eats cheese, wears an eye patch and fuzzed up affro. He's a real nice mouse. His ancestor used to live at Kong Studios, Sir Brian of Mouse. There may be a picture of him in Das Bunker, somewhere.....
Rickenbacker: happy birthday! so... why are so many things closed on kong studios? eh noodle? ^^
Noodle: We've only just moved back in. we're opening up doors slowly. I'm sure over the next year all will be revealed.
Alina: 1) Thanks for answering! ;3 2) SO, that means, entries could be anything from artworks to music, right!?
Noodle: And beyond!. The world is your oyster don't be a clam!
Faulk: If I want to be in Prtnership with you... what should I do ??.....and to what countries will you go during your concert tour ? CZECH REPUBLIC
Noodle: Search your soul. Do what you must to find the hero inside yourself.
Gwane: Are you annoyed at the polar bears todger always popping out of his thong? Does he get in the way when you are trying to record stuff, or do you stick him in the kitchen to make liver sandwiches and cups of bovril for everyone so he is out the way? Thats what i'm talking about
Noodle: The Polar Bear was here when we returned. He tells us he's waiting for a cab to take him to Poppers nightclub. But he's been here for ages. He should put some clothes on.
Murdoc: Hey Noodle when you've finished talking to your pen pals could you go and pay the pizza guy. he's been standing outside for nearly 2 hours. He should have 6 margaretas for Russel, one vegetarian for 2D and an extra large thin crust shirka de responsibilitana for me and a few spicy mexicans for my mates. Oh by the way I outa cash.
Jur: hey Noodle! A very simple question, I presume: WHO is Dr. Wur zel?
Noodle: No-one knows. The Evil Organ Grinder
Knadz: Noodle, when do you think that 2D, Muds, and Rus will be able to make it on the MB?
Murdoc: Hey fun face, I'm already here. Could you go and pay the pizza guy?
Noodle: Er..Look around you.
Murdoc: Who's half eaten wagon wheel is this in the fridge and can I drink this can of all natural mango spring nectar. I've got a really dry mouth.
Salocin14: I will pay. *Hands him 20 quid.* Tell him to keep the change and go away.:D
Noodle: Murdoc says it's going to cost you more than that.
2-J: Noodle, sorry to harp on about this but it's been a matter of debate in the fan community for some time, you said Terry Jones was the naked man spotted running through the marshes, but Dr Wu rzel is the evil organ grinder? So Dr Wur zel just happened to be in Kong Studios coincidentally naked at the same time? What are we to infer from this? Perhaps Terry and the doctor had planned a secret naturist convention on your property!!?
Noodle: Apparently according to Murdoc Dr.?????? was grinding Terry Jones's Organ that night. That is why he ran off.
Smiley: Hey Noodle.. do you still have a crush on Graham Coxon? :D
Noodle: Yes I like the way his glasses steam up when I smile at him. Just like Eric Morcambe.
Crazyskull: Is there a possibility of you guys coming out with an art book like the one that came with the DVD? Maybe with sketches and concept stuff?
Noodle: We will be coming out with loads of stuff. The next year is going to be, how d'you say, Gorillaz Heavy. Hold you horse. Or as Russel says 'Reel yo neck in.' All in good time. Schhhhttoppp! Cool your boots. Hang on. WHOA!!!!Hang ten, daddio. Easy there.
Shakshuka_Master: Noodle ignored all my questions...:’(
Noodle: What were your questions?
Murdoc: Noodle have you paid that sodding pizza guy yet I'm starving.........I'm Hank Marvin.
Yotam: Can you explain to me what happened in Kong Studios, in your prespective?
Noodle: Some people have broken in. Some of them have been deceased for a long time. It is a terrible state.
Yotam: How can I get a hat like you wear in the Clint Eastwood vid or a hairrcut like you had on the G-Sides booklet (drinking banana milk, if I remeber correctly)?
Noodle: I found it in a skip and then decorated it. I am not sure if there are any more in there. The skip was outside a pub in Islington, in London.
Yotam: Can even an Israeli low-life like me can win the Search for a Star comp and join Gorillaz on a global quest for acknowledgement and glamour?
Noodle: Talent and soul is universal. Glamour is an illusion.
Yotam: What does "reject false icons" mean anyway? Should I take this as it is, or does this phrase have another meaning?
Noodle: It means many things. Think for yourself is one of them.
PurpleMoon: What have been the inspirations for the new album? And will the new album differ in music style from the first Gorillaz album?
Noodle: I would say that the new album is a reflection and manisfestation of the atmosphere around us. Consequently it is considerable darker and more viscous that the original Gorillaz album.
Guest: Dear Noodle This is the first time I actually get to write to you, so I hope this goes well... I have a few questions I wanted to ask you: Why did you go back to Japan? Where's the other members of the band?
Noodle: I needed to return to Japan in order to find the past I could not remember. I did achieve my mission. The other members went off on their own personal journies. But they are all back at Kong Studios now.
Guest: What's the mystery of the locked door in the Hell Hole?
Noodle: I do not know. It is a mystery.
Guest: Why is the New Winnebago locked? (BTW, it looks rather posh! ^^)
Noodle: I asked Murdoc. He repeated his mantra ‘When the ‘bago’s rocking, don’t come knocking.’
Guest: When is the movie going to be released?
Noodle: When it has completed it’s time.
Zombie Hip h0p X: What Was Up With That Space Monkeys Album? Noodle, I'm a real big hardcore Gorillaz fan...but damn what was up with that Space Monkeys Album? In my personal opinion it wasn't up there with you guys. There are a couple of good songs, but...damn. I was let down
Noodle: The original Gorillaz album was stolen by these agitated monkeys and they re-mixed it how they saw fit and then threw it back at us. Very Uncooth. However I think the did a superlative job. But if you give a monkey a keyboard and an unlimited amount of time……….
Jur: Hey Noodle! When you learn the tuth of your past, did you find your real name? If yes, what is your real name?
Noodle: All name’s are imaginery. Noodle is now my name. I do not polish tracks as I find you can wipe away the soul.
Jur: HEy Noodle Is that article on wutangcorp.com true? Are you gonna collaborate with Common, 9th Wonder, Wu-Tang Clan, Flava Flav, Spike Lee and Jay Dilla?
Noodle: I have not heard of this. It may be true in the future.
Jur: Noodle, thanks for answering! Is "Mr Softy's Balloon Race" a polished Gorillaz track, or is it not finished? Is there a chance Gorillaz will perform in Amsterdam? I think 2D would be satisfied with the drug laws here
Noodle: There is every possiblity.
just some chick: Hajimemashite, Noodle! I have a few questions about the S4AS contest. Are we allowed to enter something that's a collaboration with another person? If we win, will both of us be picked?
Noodle: How you collaborate is entirely up to you. It is the end construction I am interested in, not how you got there.
just some chick: Are we allowed to enter more than just one week?
Noodle: You can enter as many times as you like.
just some chick: On the details page for the contest, is says that submissions can be ticked online or mailed ... what do you mean by "ticked online"? I live in the USA, and mailing it to you would take a bit of time.
Noodle: It is only the disclaimer that must be ticked online, otherwise we are not allow to show submissions.
Pale: If the website was a movie it would be rated PG...Murdoc has already said he likes Kenneth Anger films..Which gives some possible clues to both his film preferences (and secret sexual preferences perhaps)...How much darkness or depravity can we expect?
Noodle: We will show what is relevant. We would never intend to shock or make grotesque for it’s own sake.
monita_irma: Will you change an integrant of the band for a new one? Will you change an integrant of the band for a new one?
Noodle: No one in the band will change.
Mrs_Niccals: Noodle- In the "Rock It" video, what exactly are you mouthing at the end? We're all dying to know.
Noodle: It changes with each viewing. Today it is the word ‘colourful’.
racket man: 1.my characters are still mine, right? even if the art really isn't anymore
Noodle: Correct.
racket man: 2.we can't use art or music of/by anybody else, but what about gorillaz music?
Noodle: I do not understand why you would submit gorillaz music ,but if that is to display another talent then it is fine.
racket man: 3.multiple collaborators, can they all win under one prize? i'm heading an animation and it's my idea and i'll be doing most of the work, but i'm getting help on backgrounds and zombie design. would we all get to collaborate with the gorillaz? or just me, it'd be ok if it was just me, they're going to make their own submissions as well.
Noodle: This is entirely up to you.
Bleh111: Answering Questions Will u be answering these question in normal time or "gorillaz band" time? Gorillaz band time = Answers in 6-8 months. or never
Noodle: Er.. Real Time. And will you be submitting more questions in straight or cryptic sarcasm form.
Salocin14: What is the tracklisting of 'Reject False Icons'?
Noodle: Reject False Icons is not the name of the new album. It is a meditation.
RockItStone: are you like super heroes? I just wondering, what the hell is up with the live preformances? I mean you guys are always behind those screens and I just really want to know what you look like cause Noodle, if your the person I think you are, damn girl. you fine
Noodle: What you see is what you get. We appear in whatever form you see us. It is different for each person.
wayko:You mean that they are not real All this time i thought Gorillaz was this group of 4 talented people and 1 ghost rocking the jams. Are they pulling a Millie Vanillie
Noodle: It is more likely that Gorillaz would be pulling more of a Milo Manara than a Millie Vanillie
K!NKYBOOTZ: Is Murdoc still single? Because if he is...can I have him?
Noodle: would [sic] exactly describe Murdoc as single. He likes the female company very much. However, the learn very fast and don’t seem to stay with him more than one night. I would stay away from him if I was you.
Murdoc: Hell's bells! WOULD YOU PAY THIS SODDING PIZZA BLOKE. IT'S GONNA BE COLD!
Noodle: I'm going to have to end this Noodle Blast. Murdoc is being intoreable. I think I'm going to go back to the Studio and work on the mix with Dangermouse. It has been lovely to speak with you all again. We will speak agin [sic] soon!